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The University of Utah Institutional Review Board (IRB) is responsible for reviewing research projects that study people. IRB review makes sure that research meets high ethical standards, as well as federal and state laws. The IRB prides itself on serving the University’s researchers and the people who agree to take part in research across the State of Utah, the United States, and other countries all over the world.

The University of Utah Institutional Review Board (IRB) is seeking community volunteers to assist in reviewing medical, social, and behavioral research. Community volunteers represent the thoughts and concerns of community. They help to make sure a research project is the best interests of the community and is communicated in a way that the community can understand.

The IRB currently convenes several times per month on varying days and times. Convened board meetings usually last 2-3 hours, and each board member attends one meeting each month.

Requirements for becoming a community representative of the IRB include:
  • Agreeing to serve for 3 years
  • Committing to reviewing 2-5 research projects per month (approximately 10 hours a month)
  • Agreeing to attend monthly meetings (approximately 2 hours per month)
  • Be comfortable using a computer, the internet, email, and document viewing platforms (e.g. Word and PDFs)
Community representatives cannot have any personal or immediate family affiliation with:
  • The University of Utah
  • Primary Children’s Hospital
  • The Veteran Affairs Salt Lake City Health Care System
  • Shriner's Hospitals for Children - Salt Lake City

Though community representatives are NOT considered hired employees of the IRB or the University of Utah, some compensation for service may be available. Conditions apply.

If you are still interested in submitting an application, please complete this form. You may also contact us at irbmembers@utah.edu or 801-581-3655 for more information.

Community Volunteer Application

Community Volunteer Application

Applicant Information

Name
Name
First
Last

Schedule Information

The IRB meets on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 12:00PM. Meetings last about 2-3 hours. Are you available during this time of day?

Education & Experience

Have you served in the United States Military?
Do you or any members of your immediate family work for the University of Utah, the VA, Primary Children's Hospital, and/or Shriner's Hospital for Children?
Are you or any members of your immediate family a student of the University of Utah, the VA, Primary Children's Hospital, and/or Shriner's Hospital for Children?
Are you currently employed?

Anticipated Contribution to the IRB

Vulnerable Populations

Supporting Documentation

To provide additional context or support for your application, you may voluntarily email any relevant documentation (CV, resume, ... ) to the IRB at irb@hsc.utah.edu.

Certification

I hereby release the University of Utah and all persons, organizations, or government agencies from any damages resulting from furnishing the information described above. I verify that the information I have provided is complete and true. I understand that any omission or misstatement may result in withdrawal of a conditional offer to join the Institutional Review Board. By submitting this form, I certify that I have read and agree with these statements.

Submission Instructions

After submitting your application, only limited changes can be made with assistance from the IRB. Please review your application before submitting. Your application will be forwarded to a member of the IRB staff for review.

Thank you for your interest in serving on the IRB!